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By PAT SHARKEY
May 6, 2026
STAFFORD — Southern showcased its offensive depth and defensive grit on Wednesday, cruising to a decisive 16-2 victory over Red Bank Regional. The Rams (12-3) wasted no time establishing dominance, surging to an early lead and never looking back against the Bucs (8-7). The victory reinforces ...
MONTVILLE, NJ - The Hanover Park softball team advanced to the Morris County Tournament semifinals with a 5-1 win over Montville in the quarterfinal round on Saturday.The Hornets (12-3) set the tone early, scoring once in the first inning and adding two more runs in the second to take control. They ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - A man from Orange faces a vehicular homicide charge in relation to a July 2, 2025 motor vehicle crash in Harding Township that took the life of Daniel “DJ” Ortiz, a Hopatcong resident who drove tow trucks for Roxbury-based Ron & Sons Towing, said officials today (May 6).Daniel ...
RANDOLPH, NJ- Having won only four games in 2025 and finishing with a record of 4-15, one of the big goals for the 2026 season was to show improvement and move the win-loss record in a different direction. So far, in 2026, the Lady Rams have done just that; and with about two-thirds of the season ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — This senior pitcher for the Westfield High School boy’s baseball team, recognized for his strong work ethic that boosts the team’s performance, is prized as the Blue Devils prepare for a strong finish to the current season. James Statler is this week’s Andy Heinz and The Westfield ...
TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawmakers in New Jersey and 34 other states have ...
We're so excited to welcome Genna of NamasteCalm Yoga + Wellness Studio for a special in-store pop-up collaboration.Join us on Saturday, May 9 from 1-3 PM for a grounding, feel-good experience and explore $10 ear seed trials designed to support relaxation, balance, and overall well-being.Stop in, ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - As soccer parents know, May means tryouts. So, if players aged eight to 15 are looking for a travel program for the 2026-27 season, the South Plainfield Soccer Association is holding tryouts on Wednesday, May 13 through Friday, May 15 at the Kenneth Avenue Soccer Fields.
COLONIA, NJ – Joe Massimino's two-out RBI single in the bottom of the seventh inning gave Colonia a 3-2 baseball victory over St. Joseph of Metuchen on Wednesday.With one out in the bottom of the seventh, Cason Chiera drew a walk and Dylan Chiera singled. On Colin Kroner's groundball to third, ...
WEST CALDWELL, NJ – Livingston advanced in the semifinal round of the Essex County Tournament with an 8-7 boys lacrosse victory over Caldwell on Wednesday.Livingston (10-6) held off a late push from Caldwell after building a 6–3 halftime lead. Caldwell (5-10) surged back in the third quarter to ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — A 15-year-old Coral Springs girl who had been missing for about two weeks has been found safe in Georgia, according to Coral Springs police.Police said Wednesday that Skylee Merino was located by the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office in a suburban area outside Atlanta after an ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - Mark B. Murphy, CEO of Northeast Private Client Group, which is headquartered in Florham Park, has been named a 2026 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor, earning the No. 10 ranking in New Jersey by Forbes and SHOOK Research.The recognition highlights Murphy’s continued impact in ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Wednesday, May 6, Rahway High School (RHS) prom attendees participated in an engaging and informative safety presentation in partnership with the Rahway Police Department, the Elizabeth Police Department, and MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving). Through hands-on experiences using ...
Denville, NJ - On April 19, 2026, officers from the Denville Police Department responded to 88 Ford Road for a report of a theft of abusiness, Reliable Lift Truck Services.Upon arrival, officers determined that an unknown suspect had forced entry into a locked container and removed six 33-gallon ...
TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawmakers in New Jersey and 34 other states have ...
NEWARK - Environmental advocates are marching 50 miles from Newark to the Statehouse in Trenton – stopping in Jersey City, New Brunswick and Princeton along the way – to rally behind the “Polluters Pay to Make New Jersey More Affordable Act,” which would hold major fossil fuel companies accountable ...
TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawmakers in New Jersey and 34 other states have ...
TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawmakers in New Jersey and 34 other states have ...
TRENTON, NJ — Widespread networks of automated license plate surveillance cameras that create hoards of data used to track motorists are under increasing scrutiny by lawmakers and privacy advocates in the wake of their recent use in ICE arrests.Lawmakers in New Jersey and 34 other states have ...
HUDSON--In partnership with Spark of Hudson, Ancram Center for the Arts is bringing its free storytelling workshops to Hudson on Friday, May 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Spark of Hudson, 502 Union Street. Designed for anyone with a story to tell, attendees will explore story ideas through creative ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 7. The Nutley Clergy Fellowship has sponsored this event for many years. They gather at 12 noon in front of the Municipal Building (town hall ) for a brief, non-partisan, non-denominational, service of prayers for our national, state and ...
Denville, NJ - Morris County and Denville Township have announced the preservation of more than 57 acres of open space through the St. Francis and Pocono Field Preservation Project, supported by a $5.7 million grant from the Morris County Open Space Preservation Trust Fund.The project includes the ...
A good Thursday morning to you, or as some call it, Friday eve. Today we have news of an East Greenbush educator names the 43rd Senate District Woman of Distinction.It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday which brings the Mother Lovin’ 5K/Walk in Saratoga and several Rensselaer County students excel in the ...
MADISON, NJ - The Madison golf team continued its strong season with a 152-168 victory over Gov. Livingston on Wednesday, May 6.Teo Bengtsson led the field for Madison, earning medalist honors with a 33 over nine holes on a par-36 course. Blake Steele also had a strong round for the Dodgers, tying ...
MADISON, NJ - Madison has once again been recognized as a Tree City USA community, marking the borough’s 41st year earning the designation.The borough also received its 18th Tree City USA Growth Award, an honor that recognizes communities for continued commitment to tree care, environmental ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP — The era of "trailer classrooms" in Stafford is officially coming to an end. On April 28, the district launched a massive $56 million expansion of the Oxycocus School with the demolition of the building’s aging "trailer wing."The project, funded by a 2024 voter-approved ...
BELMAR, NJ – The Belmar Public Library is hosting an event to kick off America’s 250th birthday celebration Jersey Shore-style with an evening of live music, food, and family fun during “America 250: The Belmar Party” on Thursday, May 7.The free event will begin at 5 p.m. on the library lawn, with ...
MIDDLEBURGH – The Middleburgh Village Board meeting on Monday, May 4, ran the gamut—from wind spinners in the Art Park to a level 3 sex offender living across from the entrance to the Middleburgh Elementary School. Mayor Timothy Knight announced a jam-packed day for the Village on Friday, May 22: ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – One of the most celebrated plays in American theater history is making its way to the Jersey Shore this spring as Asbury Park Theater Company prepares to present Thornton Wilder’s “Our Town” at the Jersey Shore Arts Center from May 21 through May 31.First performed in 1938, “Our ...
MADISON, NJ - Third-seeded Morristown is headed to the Morris County Girls Lacrosse Tournament final after edging second-seeded Mendham, 11-10, in overtime on Wednesday, May 6, at Drew University.The Colonials opened strong, taking a 4-1 lead after the first quarter before Mendham answered with a ...